Hepatitis A virus (HAV)

Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) is a non-enveloped RNA virus that causes acute liver inflammation. Transmission occurs primarily through contaminated food or water, and outbreaks are common in areas with poor sanitation. Although usually self-limiting, HAV infection can lead to severe illness in older adults or individuals with preexisting liver disease. Rapid detection is essential for outbreak control and clinical assessment.
HAV PCR kits based on real-time PCR technology provide a sensitive and specific method for detecting HAV RNA in human samples. These molecular diagnostics tools deliver accurate and reproducible results in routine and specialized laboratory workflows. Available in CE IVD-marked formats for diagnostic workflows and research use only (RUO) versions, these PCR assays support applications including acute hepatitis diagnostics from clinical samples, public health surveillance, and foodborne pathogen investigations.